Feb. 9, 2021 Edition 80

Celebrating our 2021 5-star ratings from Healthgrades!
We are pleased to announce that 12 of our hospitals are 5-star rated in various procedures and outcomes according to research released by Healthgrades.
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Greater Colorado and Kansas welcomes new physician executive
Chris Thomson, MD, MS, MBA, FACEP, has been named Group Vice President and Physician Executive for Greater Colorado and Kansas Group, effective Feb. 8, 2021.
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Two Microsoft Security updates required in February
Information Technology will perform two Microsoft Security updates in February, requiring a computer restart on Feb. 14 and Feb. 21.
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Application downtimes
Information Technology will perform monthly maintenance that will result in downtimes for associates. Click below to view specific dates, applications impacted, and workarounds, where applicable.
Epic and Non-Epic Critical Apps
Third-Tuesday downtimes




Important! NEW Microsoft SharePoint and Teams sites expiration policy
Don’t get caught off guard! Prepare for our new SharePoint and Microsoft Teams expiration policy that will be implemented in April 2021.
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February employee assistance program webinars
View opportunities to engage in upcoming discussions that can assist you in your professional and personal lives.
February dates




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